🌿 Best in Store Plant Pick: Ficus longifolia (Sabre / Alii Fig)

Meet one of our long-time leafy loves — the Ficus longifolia, also known as the Sabre Fig or Alii Fig. We’ve been working with this beauty for over 20 years, trust us — she’s tough, graceful and gloriously low-fuss.

This is the kind of plant that looks like it just woke up effortlessly elegant. Its long, slender leaves curve gently downward, giving it a graceful, almost tropical drape. The foliage is glossy and dark green, adding a lush, polished look to any space — especially when planted in tall or vertical pots.

The Sabre Fig is wonderfully adaptable — prune it to suit your space or let it stretch up tall to make a statement. You can keep it slim with a little side pruning, making it a perfect choice for tight spots, corners, or spaces that need a touch of vertical greenery.

And here’s the best part — it’s not a diva.

This plant can handle subtle shifts in temperature, a bit of neglect and even prefers things on the drier side. Give it a good drink during the warmer months and it’ll reward you with lush, rapid growth.

💡 Greener Life Care Tips

• Light: Bright, indirect light is best. Avoid direct sun — those beautiful leaves can scorch or pale.
• Humidity: Enjoys a little extra humidity, so mist the leaves on those hot summer days (28–29°C+).
• Water: Let the top few centimetres of soil dry out between waterings but when you water, water well. Less is more in the cooler months.
• Feed: During late spring and summer, treat it to a balanced liquid or slow-release fertiliser like GROW liquid worm juice.
• Pruning: Regular trims keep it shapely and encourage fresh new growth.
• Repotting: Ficus Sabre doesn’t mind being a bit snug in its pot, but every couple of years, fresh soil or a light rootball cut (with a dose of Seasol after) will keep it happy and growing strong.

The Ficus Sabre isn’t always easy to find, but when you do, it’s worth the wait. It’s a resilient, stylish, and endlessly rewarding indoor companion — ideal for both new plant parents and seasoned collectors.

Tough, beautiful, and low-fuss — just how we like them. 🌿